Newcastle would encourage Manchester United bid for Yohan Cabaye as PSG prepare second offer

Yohan Cabaye is attracting interest from United and PSG (Picture: Reuters)

Newcastle would encourage a bid from Manchester United for Yohan Cabaye, as they face up to the possibility of losing their star midfielder to Paris Saint-Germain.

The Magpies rejected a £14million offer from Paris over the weekend but, with Cabaye thought to be open to a move and cash-rich PSG expected to bid again, Newcastle know interest from Old Trafford would help them get a higher price.

United boss David Moyes will introduce new boy Juan Mata to the press today, but has warned fans he is unlikely to make any more marquee signings before the transfer window closes on Friday.

However, that decision is based more on availability and need and, with Newcastle owner Mike Ashley reportedly ready to sell Cabaye if the bidding passes £20m, Moyes may be tempted back into the market this month.

Cabaye was unsettled by August interest from Arsenal but has since returned to form and played a key role in an encouraging season at St James’ Park. The 28-year-old is thought to be more relaxed about his future in the current transfer window, but would likely listen to serious offers from Manchester or Paris.